SWIFT/BIC code XVTXGB21XXX
XVTXGB21XXX belongs to Virt-X in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XVTXGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XVTXGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Virt-X |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Virt-X SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XVTX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code XVTXGB21XXX?
XVTXGB21XXX identifies the head office of Virt-X in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Virt-X does not need a specific branch.
Do I need XVTXGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need XVTXGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Virt-X take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are XVTXGB21 and XVTXGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. XVTXGB21 is the short version of XVTXGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Virt-X in London.
What happens if I enter XVTXGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check XVTXGB21XXX against the details from Virt-X before sending.
Does Virt-X use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – XVTXGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Virt-X in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.